2005 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Iltis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 184 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1979 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Iltis will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Volkswagen Iltis (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 Volkswagen Iltis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1979 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Iltis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |
